What is power pop? And why is there a festival devoted to it at the Shell?

By , Daily Memphian Updated: August 31, 2025 11:03 AM CT | Published: August 31, 2025 4:00 AM CT

Local lovers of the genre are once again staging the Memphis Power Pop Festival. But what is power pop, anyway?

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Power Pop Festival power pop Big Star Overton Park Shell

Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.


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